In this episode of the Lucky Breaks Podcast, host Sue Lueder sits down with Mike Holt, a professional photographer, videographer, and avid pool player. Mike shares his fascinating journey from playing snooker in the UK to becoming an influential figure in the San Diego pool scene. They discuss Mike's transition from snooker to pool, his YouTube channel 'Mothlike TV,' which aims to bring broadcast-quality of amateur competitions to pool enthusiasts, and his innovative tournament formats designed to level the playing field. Mike also offers valuable advice on improving game play, recording techniques, and building a community through content creation. Whether you're a casual player or striving to become a pro, this episode has something for you. Tune in to learn more about Mike's passion for cue sports and his contributions to the pool community.

00:00 Introduction 

00:40 Mike Holt's Journey into Cue Sports

03:23 Transitioning from Snooker to Pool

05:56 Launching Mothlike Tournaments

09:33 Innovative Streaming and Tournament Formats

12:39 Expanding Tournament Participation

14:18 Tournament Structure and Streaming Plans

14:48 Incentivizing Venues and Supporting Players

16:24 Future of Live Streaming in Venues

18:49 Learning from Watching and Playing Better Players

21:12 Improving Skills through Feedback and Practice

25:41 Advice for Starting a YouTube Channel

28:16 Magic 8-Ball Predictions

Where you can find our guest:

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573178579695

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@mothlikeTV

Website - https://www.mothlike.com/

Mothlike 9-Ball Series Tournament - Stop #4: https://www.facebook.com/events/556533493977054/?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[]%7D

Recommended Youtube Channels

Niels The Terminator Feijen

- https://www.youtube.com/@NielsTheTerminatorFeijen

Collins Newey Post-Up

- https://www.youtube.com/@post-up

Recommended Pool Venues

California Snooker

O Zone Billiard Cafe

Griffs Bar & Billiards

College Billiards (owner = Pedro Piedrabuena)

On  Cue Billiards

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📧Email - luckybreakspodcast@gmail.com

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